Corporate staffing services are recruiting an Accounts and Finance Officer position for a real estate client. The salary for the role is K’sh 70-80K monthly. The job is based in Nairobi. Proficiency in Quickbooks required.
Our
client in the real estate sector, a start-up specializing in the sale of villas
and apartments, is seeking to hire an experienced, detail-oriented, and highly
organized Accounts & Finance Officer to manage financial operations,
bookkeeping, budgeting, reporting, and statutory compliance. The ideal
candidate will ensure strong financial controls, accurate reporting, and
efficient financial management within a fast-paced property sales environment
Key Responsibilities
- Financial Records Management & Bookkeeping – Maintain
accurate and up-to-date financial records including general ledgers,
journals, property sales transactions, and commissions tracking.
- Budgeting & Financial Planning – Prepare annual budgets,
cash flow forecasts, and financial plans aligned to property sales
targets, project development timelines, and operational needs.
- Financial Reporting – Prepare monthly,
quarterly, and annual financial reports, management accounts, and
performance analysis including sales revenue, project profitability, and
cost tracking.
- Accounts Reconciliation – Perform regular
reconciliation of bank accounts, client deposits, supplier accounts, and
commission payments to ensure accuracy of financial records.
- Invoicing & Sales Receipting – Oversee invoicing for
property sales, track customer payments, deposit schedules, and ensure
proper documentation of all transactions.
- Payroll & Commission Processing – Manage payroll
administration and ensure accurate calculation and timely payment of staff
salaries and sales commissions.
- Statutory Compliance – Ensure compliance with
tax and statutory requirements including VAT, PAYE, NSSF, NHIF, stamp
duty-related documentation, and other regulatory obligations.
- Accounts Payable & Receivable Management – Track customer
payments, rental or installment plans, supplier payments, and ensure
effective cash flow management.
- Financial Controls & Risk Management – Implement and
maintain internal controls to safeguard company funds, property-related
transactions, and reduce financial risks.
- Procurement Support – Support procurement of
construction materials, office supplies, and service contracts while
ensuring adherence to budgets and approval processes.
- Financial Analysis & Reporting Insights – Provide
financial insights on property sales performance, project profitability,
cost variances, and business performance trends to support management
decision-making.
- Records & Documentation Management – Maintain
proper filing systems for financial records, property transaction
documents, tax records, and audit support documentation.
Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Business
Administration, or related field.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in financial management, bookkeeping,
budgeting, financial reporting, payroll administration, statutory
compliance, and financial controls.
- Experience in real estate, property development, construction, or
SME environments is a strong advantage.
- Ability to manage multiple financial streams including sales,
commissions, and project-based transactions.
- CPA(K) qualification or equivalent professional certification is
highly desirable.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting
standards, and statutory compliance requirements in Kenya.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or
similar systems) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- High level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
How to Apply
If
you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualifications and
experience, please send your CV only quoting the job title in the email subject
(Accounts & Finance Officer) to: vacancies@corporatestaffing.co.ke before 20th July 2026.
NB:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not receive any
communication from us within two weeks of your application, kindly consider
your application unsuccessful. We appreciate your interest and thank you for
applying.
Corporate Staffing Service
never asks candidates to pay any money or pay for tests at any stage of the
recruitment process.
